DeParis Advisory

Trusted Advisor & Thought Partner to Leaders in
Fashion, Retail & Consumer Brands

Lawrence C. DeParis, CPA, MBA
Principal

Clarity. Judgment. Perspective. Trust.

Helping CEOs, owners, and boards navigate complexity and make confident, high-impact decisions

My Story

After more than four decades in the fashion, apparel, and retail industries - including senior leadership roles as CEO, CFO, and COO - I founded DeParis Advisory to serve as a trusted thought partner to leaders like you.

Throughout my career, I’ve learned that the greatest opportunities often emerge when someone connects seemingly unrelated ideas, anticipates what lies ahead, and distills complexity into clear, actionable strategy.

My objective is straightforward: to help unlock those opportunities and add meaningful value through hard-earned experience, sound judgment, and an honest, candid perspective. I aspire to be the trusted advisor you want “in the room” when important decisions are being made.

When an Experienced Perspective Matters

Leaders often benefit from an experienced outside voice at critical moments, such as:

  • evaluating growth opportunities or strategic initiatives

  • considering acquisitions, licensing deals, or other transactions

  • refining strategy and improving business performance

  • navigating change, turnarounds, or periods of uncertainty

  • working with lenders and investors to build trusted relationships and ensure adequate liquidity

  • seeking a trusted thought partner for important decisions

What You Can Expect

As a former C-Level executive, board member, and public accounting professional, I've helped organizations navigate growth, change, complexity, and critical decisions.

I've sat in your seat and understand both the opportunities and pressures leaders face.

As your advisor, you will find me to be:

  • strategic…bringing a broad, experienced perspective to evaluating your business, opportunities, and key decisions

  • discerning…able to distinguish the most important elements from the sea of complex information we all face

  • collaborative…partnering closely with you to refine strategy and identify the key drivers of success

  • driven…with a true “owner’s mentality” applied to the delivery of meaningful, measurable outcomes

Selective Engagements

I work with a limited number of clients to ensure I can provide thoughtful, hands-on involvement tailored to each organization's unique needs.

Every engagement is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to achieving meaningful results.

Let’s Connect

Important business decisions deserve thoughtful consideration and trusted counsel.

If you're facing a significant opportunity, complex challenge, critical decision, or simply value an experienced perspective, I'd welcome the chance to learn about your objectives and explore how I might help.